Pampered Dog Blog

You will likely be spending more time outdoors with your rabbits on these nice warm mornings , but make sure your yard is safe for your pets. Make sure your outdoors are not toxic to animals. Some pets will chew on plants, flowers, mulch and grass. Tulip and daffodil bulbs are toxic as well as lilies, elephant ear, arrow grass, azaleas, rhododendrons, marigolds and oleander. Cocoa bean mulch smells like chocolate so dogs will sniff it out and eat it. If you have a puppy , do not use this kind of mulch. Also check fertilizers , weed killer and pest control, the label should note if it is toxic to pets . After applying any of these to your land it is recommended to keep your kitten off the yard for 24 hours. You may be eating with friends and family more too. Chocolate is not good for cats and even a little can be fatal to dogs. Keep cookies, brownies & chocolate away from them. Other table foods could also cause health problems, pets should stick to their own pet foods and treats. You can call the poison control center if you think your kitten has been poisoned. 1-800-222-1222 Poisonous plants to puppies . Poisonous plants to kittens . Provide toys for your animals to play with outside . Frisbees and balls will give you and your kitten a little extra exercise. This will also keep them occupied and away from your flowers and garden. If you are not going to be outside with them, or they are not on a leash , put up a barrier to keep them away from the sidewalk and any kids walking by.  Before going on a walk check your leash and your pet’s collar and ID tag. Make sure they are in good condition and not too loose.  Your dog may be spending more time outside therefore making them more susceptible to fleas. Stay on top of their flea treatment schedule. If you are going to be traveling and taking your pet with you, make sure you have the necessities needed for an easy and safe trip . Seat belt harnesses, seat covers and barriers will all be helpful on a long trip. Have a fun and safe spring and summer with your pets! Visit Backyard to Barnyard for all your Sprint Time pet needs.  Find what you need for your home and farm at Town & Country Backyard to Barnyard. We carry a wide variety of items for pets , equine, farm, pond, wild bird and lawn & garden. Our product catalog consists of items specifically from cats and dogs to horses and wild birds. Backyard to Barnyard is a supplier of equine products including grooming, health, toys, treats and tack supplies. For kitten owners we have products such as collars and toys for cats and leashes and beds for dogs.